Lead Engineer: Test Means & Stress

Job Title - Lead Engineer: Test Means Design & Stress

Location - Filton (80% On Site)

Duration - 12 Months

Belcan are currently supporting one of the leaders in Aviation, as they are looking for a high-energy Lead Engineer to drive the design and structural integrity of critical test means, ensuring the next-generation aircraft wings and airframe systems meet the highest standards of safety and performance.

Mission & Overview

The Structures Test Centre UK is a powerhouse of aerospace innovation. Based in a £100m state-of-the-art hub, we execute the complex static and fatigue testing that validates the programmes. You will be at the heart of this collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The centre is structured around specialised operational teams and skill groups covering test leadership, test means engineering, advanced technologies (including control, data acquisition, measurement, and hydraulics), and test operations (such as calibration, test preparation, and execution). This role collaborates directly across all these operational disciplines.

How You Will Contribute to the Team

As a technical leader within the Test Means team, you will:

● Architect and deliver advanced test rig concepts, maintaining a relentless focus on quality and regulatory compliance.

● Execute high-precision 3D pre-designs and detailed specimen interface drawings.

● Drive structural excellence through rigorous stress analysis and serve as a design checker for team stress activities.

● Lead manufacturing and design-to-manufacture work packages within the test centre perimeter.

● Act as a primary technical interface for external customers and cross-functional business units.

● Integrate electrical, measurement, and data system installation requirements.

About You

You will have experience in;

● Design of aeronautical structures or equivalent high precision structural engineering projects (e.g. civil, marine, test rigs) using CATIA or 3Dexperience.

● Stress calculation and checking (hand calculations and/or FEM sizing tool).

● Materials testing (optional)

● Experience in managing suppliers or participating in supplier selection

● Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or a related discipline (e.g. Aerospace, Structures, Materials, Physics).

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan.